Friday Group Joining Safari, Maasai Mara
What This Trip Covers
This one runs like clockwork. Every Friday, without fail. Guests arrive in Nairobi the Thursday before, then join the scheduled safari vehicle on Friday morning. Two nights in the Mara follow, shared with other guests on the same departure. Back in Nairobi by day four. No custom dates to negotiate. Just show up on time and the schedule does the rest.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival, Nairobi
Met at JKIA, transferred to Nairobi hotel. Meals: None
Day 2 Nairobi to Maasai Mara
Pickup from hotel/residence, transfer to the group departure point (call time 7:00am, departure 8:00am). Arrive in the Mara, check in, and head out for the first game drive. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 Full day game drive, Maasai Mara
Full day exploring the reserve. Optional Maasai village visit at extra cost. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Mara to Nairobi, Departure
Breakfast, then shared safari drop-off in town, followed by a private transfer to JKIA. Meals: Breakfast
| Arrival in Nairobi (Thursday) | Safari Departure (Friday) |
|---|---|
| 2 Jul 2026 | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 9 Jul 2026 | 10 Jul 2026 |
| 16 Jul 2026 | 17 Jul 2026 |
| 23 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 |
| 30 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 |
| 6 Aug 2026 | 7 Aug 2026 |
| 13 Aug 2026 | 14 Aug 2026 |
| 20 Aug 2026 | 21 Aug 2026 |
| 27 Aug 2026 | 28 Aug 2026 |
| Option | Camp used (Mara) | Per person sharing | Single room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: 3-Star Standard | Enkorok Mara Camp | $1,065 | $1,318 |
| 2: Upper Mid-Range | Emayian Luxury Camp | $1,675 | $1,794 |
Nairobi hotel (both options): Dusit Princess Hotel.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 1 night in Nairobi, bed & breakfast
- 2 nights in Mara, full board
- Shared transportation in a 4WD safari Land Cruiser (non-AC, pop-up roof)
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Shared game drives per itinerary
- Private airport transfers by minivan
- Government taxes and levies
- Meet and greet services
- Maasai Mara park fees
- Arrival and departure transfers
- All meals as indicated
- Drinking water in vehicle (2 bottles/person/safari)
Exclusions
- Personal items (laundry, calls, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- Breakfast on first day in Nairobi
- Night game drives
- Conservancy fee where applicable
- Optional activities
- New/unannounced concession fees
- Airfare and visa
- Flying doctors’ coverage
Key Notes
- This is a shared group-joining departure. Guests travel and are accommodated alongside other guests on the scheduled date.
- Guests should arrive and overnight in Nairobi at least one day before departure to avoid missing the scheduled trip.
- Children 2.9-11 yrs: child rate. Over 11: adult rate. Under 2: free.
Same three-tier structure as above (Low / Shoulder / Peak season).